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AV08 TVZ

2008 Kia Rio

Silver Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

53,230 mi
Last recorded53,230 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 TVZ
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 53,230 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2025 50,313 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2024 48,146 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 45,673 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 43,698 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2021 41,234 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 36,517 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 29,524 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 25,418 miles

n/s/f tyre low tread on edges & perished.

o/s/f tyre low tread inner edge.

o/s/f wiper blade split.

rear tyres tread cracked & perished.

Pass 29 Mar 2017 24,668 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 23,675 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 21,848 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 19,977 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Apr 2013 17,944 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 15,606 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 12,991 miles

n/s/f tyre on 2.5mm.

slight weep past o/s/r shock absorber.

Fail 12 Apr 2011 12,991 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

n/s/f tyre on 2.5mm.

slight weep past o/s/r shock absorber.

How Reliable is the Kia Rio?

Based on 1,637,344 MOT tests across 141,212 vehicles.

76.2%
Pass Rate
5,503
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
141,212
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 34,517
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 20,812
Brake pipe excessively corroded 18,703
position lamp(s) not working 14,100
Registration plate lamp not working 12,829
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AV08 TVZ is a 2008 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2008 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 60,428 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Rio fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 34,517 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV08 TVZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Rio typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 18 years old, this Kia Rio is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AV08 TVZ registered?

AV08 TVZ is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is AV08 TVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV08 TVZ shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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